be told of
Example Sentences
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Opening the prosecution's case, Tom Little KC said Carrick was "predatory and controlling", and the judge ruled jurors could be told of his previous convictions, which is something that is usually not allowed in trials.
From BBC ● Nov. 20, 2025
"As far as I know, tomorrow Marcus Ederer, the European Union ambassador to Russia, will be summoned to the foreign ministry .... and he will be told of the appropriate conditions involved here."
From Reuters ● Jun. 20, 2022
The Times reported its contract with the company requires the news outlet be told of such moves.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 5, 2021
“She would want the real story to be told of her and the ladies that came after her,” Hayes said.
From New York Times ● Jul. 17, 2020
Every Twelve had to be told, of course, where and how and when to report for training.
From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry
